Planters, ohms, and ducks ... Oh my! Bard of Avon

AVON, Ohio -- Now is a good time to make plans – if you haven't already done so – to help out the French Creek Development Association (FCDA) on Saturday, June 7, at 10 a.m.

The FCDA is a group of volunteers dedicated to improving the center of Avon, and they will be installing 15 planters along Detroit Road between State Route 83 and State Route 611. This is the FCDA's Bicentennial gift to the City of Avon. The group will meet at the gazebo at SR 611 and Detroit to strategize this historic event. If you can bring a small spade and large dose of community spirit, the FCDA will provide the soil and the flowers. Set aside a little extra time in case they decide to celebrate afterwards.

Did you ever look out at your audience in the midst of your presentation and notice that half of them were dozing off? Maybe that's because your presentation lacks, shall we say, power? Stop being the laughingstock of presentations and get the power, baby.

Never fear, because PowerPoint for Beginners, a program which will enable you to learn to create dynamic presentations for any audience, is here. Held at the Lorain Public Library System's Avon Branch, PowerPoint for Beginners is Monday, June 9 at 6 p.m. Participants will learn how to create slides that include charts, clip art and other graphics, including animation and transition effects. Preregistration is required and is available online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the Avon Branch at 440-934-4743. The Avon Branch is located at 37485 Harvest Drive, Avon.

Here's some shocking news: When Ben Franklin established the connection between lightning and electricity with his beloved kite, who ever imagined what it would lead to down the road?

"Watt" am I talking about, you ask? How about an event which should really get you "amped" up and eager to learn more about? It's called the Wonders of Electricity, and you can "power up" at Lorain Public Library System's Avon Branch on Wednesday, June 11 at 6 p.m.

Families with children of all ages, come watch electrical feats from 1.5 volts to 15,000 volts in this exciting show. Barry Kaufman will teach the basics of the science of electricity and how to be safe users of electric power. This program is provided by a grant from The Stocker Foundation. Preregistration is required and is available online at lorainpubliclibrary.org or by calling the Avon Branch at 440-934-4743. The Avon Branch is located at 37485 Harvest Drive, Avon.

Trust me, it will be something to write "ohm" about. Yes, just when you thought this column couldn't possibly get any more re-"volt"-ing...

Last week we covered the upcoming Duck Tape Festival, and in particular, the Guinness World Record attempt for "The Most People Modeling in a Duck Tape Fashion Show." However, there are lots of additional things happening, too. Besides the rides, food, games, and other Duck Tape attractions such as the crafting tent, parade and fashion show, there will also be plenty of music. Let's hone in on the artists a bit, shall we?

Here's what will be featured on Friday night, June 13, at the following times:

At 5 p.m.: Bob Gatewood, in the Beer Tent, at 7 p.m.: Conquer the World, on the Main Stage, and at 9 p.m., Escape – the Journey Tribute will close things out.

On Saturday, June 14, the following entertainers will perform:

At 4 p.m., T & Rich, featuring their "dueling pianos" will appear in the Beer Tent, at 7:30 p.m., country music artists "Confederate Railroad" will appear, and at 9:30 p.m., country music artist Bucky Covington will finish off the evening.

Finally, on Sunday, June 15, musical festivities will bring Duck Tape Festival 2014 to a close with music by Christian Kaser on the Main Stage at 1 p.m., and musician Ann E Dechant in the Beer Tent at 3 p.m.

There is some serious musical talent performing at this year's festival, and it will be well worth your while to make plans to catch one or two of these artists at work. For additional information, check out ducktapefestival.com. Hope to see you there!

We hop from one festival to another, because as soon as the Duck Tape is all rolled up and put away, the Aunt Teak & Uncle Junque Festival rolls in.

Avon's Annual Citywide Yard & Sidewalk Sale is on Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. For over two decades, residents of Avon and northern Ohio have celebrated the start of the Summer Season with Avon's annual "Aunt Teak & Uncle Junque Citywide Sale".

Traverse the streets of Avon, as residents host a city-wide garage sale. Continue your treasure hunt at local shops offering in-store and sidewalk sales. Regional antique dealers set up their wares in tents along Detroit Road of Avon's charming French Creek District. Make it a day and enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the locally-owned area restaurants.

Garage sale Registration Forms can be found at local merchants or by visiting the merchant's website at frenchcreekdistrict.com. Participants will receive a free listing on event maps and the merchant's website. However, the deadline for registering is June 13, which is right around the corner, gang.

Hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful weather; it was a long time coming, wasn't it? Now that it's here, celebrate by sending the Bard some local news that will get the neighbors talking. And reading -- the Bard, of course! Email me at jeffdbing@sbcglobal.net and see what we can get going here. Have a great week, Avon.

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